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The FEDA Conference’s Distributor Focus Session Will Show How Data Connections and Transparency Drive Efficiency
The panel discussion will explore how the FEDA Future of Distribution Council (FDC) is advancing the industry toward realizing the Supply Chain 2040 vision of a more technologically capable, interconnected, responsive, and resilient supply chain. Attendees will learn how the council and its three subcommittees are addressing real operational challenges affecting distributors and manufacturers — such as freight damage, packaging expectations, product data accuracy, and transportation visibility — and how potential solutions can enhance the end-customer experience.
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Critical Skills for Front-Line Leaders in Distribution - Session 2: Team Building and Management
FEDA's new distribution webinar series continues on Friday, July 31. The next session covers the people side of running a distribution operation: how to lead former peers without losing their respect, how to motivate individuals rather than manage tasks, how to delegate without losing accountability, and how to build a team that performs consistently rather than only when you are watching. Managing people is the hardest part of the job. This session gives you a framework for doing it well. This four-part webinar series is available at no cost to FEDA members and $99 for non-members.
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Craft Your Leadership Flywheel at the Next Young Industry Leaders Virtual Session
Young professionals at FEDA member companies are invited to attend the next FEDA Young Industry Leaders (YIL) virtual session, Building Your Leadership Flywheel: Creating Momentum Through Consistent Action. This session will build on the flywheel effect concept presented by Jim Collins at the 2025 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference and discuss how it can be applied to individual leadership development. For those attending the 2026 conference, the program provides a valuable foundation for Verne Harnish’s keynote, which will tie Collins’ teachings to the four critical areas of people, strategy, execution, and cash. Rather than focusing on organizational strategy, participants will develop a personal leadership flywheel that identifies the habits, strengths, relationships, and experiences that create long-term leadership momentum. There is no cost for FEDA members to participate.
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Share Your Flywheel With Conference Keynote Speaker Verne Harnish
As Verne Harnish prepares for his keynote at the 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference, he is asking FEDA member companies to share their organization's flywheel — the self-reinforcing cycle of actions that drives sustained growth and success. Your contribution will help Verne tailor his presentation to the real-world experiences, opportunities, and challenges facing distributors and manufacturers in the foodservice equipment and supplies industry, making the session even more relevant and actionable for attendees. Whether your flywheel is well established, recently developed, or still taking shape, we'd love to hear from you. Simply email your flywheel — and any questions you may have — to FEDA Director of Industry Programs and Professional Development Ashley Mueller at ashley@feda.com.
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Longtime Director Retires from TriMark Adams-Burch
Mike Guilday concludes a more than 40-year career in the foodservice equipment and supplies industry, including nearly three decades with Adams-Burch and TriMark.
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New Member Q&A: Natura Water
The commercial sparkling water equipment manufacturer shares how thoughtful engineering, AI, and flexible financing are shaping its next chapter.
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Electrolux Professional Group Fills VP of Sales Role
In his new role, Alex Edwards will lead the company’s chain and general market sales organizations, driving strategic growth and strengthening customer relationships across the region.
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Kuehne+Nagel Road Logistics Market Update
This new report covers monthly metrics, trends, and key takeaways on the state of the road logistics market to help dealers plan for the coming months. Download the full PDF report at the link below after logging in.
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Federal Trial Concludes in Challenge to Oregon EPR Law
Over the five days of court hearings, representatives of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) argued that the law violates Oregon’s state constitution and the U.S. Constitution because it delegates sweeping regulatory authority to a private, third-party organization to manage and impose fees for the state’s packaging recycling program. In summer 2025, Oregon became the first state to put a packaging EPR law into effect, but NAW quickly filed a lawsuit to block its implementation.
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Trump Administration Imposes New Tariffs Over Forced Labor Claims
Just hours before temporary 10% worldwide tariffs were set to expire at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 24, the Trump administration announced new double-digit levies on 60 countries that account for more than 99% of all U.S. imports. The new tariffs are being imposed under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, which grants the president authority to investigate and retaliate against “unjustifiable,” “unreasonable,” or “discriminatory” foreign trade practices. The first wave of Section 301 investigations was completed last week. In announcing the new tariffs, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the investigations determined the affected trade partners were inadequately enforcing bans on goods produced with forced labor.
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Small Business Confidence Holds Steady Despite Inflation Concerns
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index stood at 66.5 for Q2 2026, nearly unchanged from last quarter’s 67. The mostly positive outlook has more businesses (66%) expecting to increase revenue in the next year, up from 61% last quarter. Similarly, 69% said they were comfortable with their cash flow, a slight drop from the 72% who said the same in Q2 2025 but still a strong majority. Although business owners have faith in their companies, there are signs that many remain cautious. Only 38% of respondents reported that they plan to increase investment, a nearly 10-percentage-point drop from this time last year (47%). Hiring plans have also softened by 10% compared with a year ago, with only 35% of companies saying they expect to increase staff.
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Upcoming FEDA and Other Industry Events
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2026 FEDA Annual Conference
Sept. 15-18, 2026
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Full Calendar of Industry Events
Ongoing
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Support the FEDA Learn Institute
The FEDA Learn Institute is supported in part by donors to the FEDA Education Foundation, which develops important and relevant education and training programs for distributors. Learn about becoming a Diamond Donor and be recognized within FEDA for your support.
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The FEDA Weekly News is published by the Foodservice Equipment Distributors Association. FEDA's mission is to provide advocacy, education, and service on behalf of foodservice equipment and supplies distributors and dealers.
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